Background Until the publication of the QEL and QEL (SHORTFORM), no such standard form was available in the market. Although QELs may often be perceived as only benefiting the charterer, in most cases, they will be beneficial to the lenders as preserving the charterers’ uninterrupted use and enjoyme... Please follow the link to continue reading.
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BIMCO has been busy updating BARGEHIRE 2008 and the project is close to completion. But before we finalise and publish the new edition in March, we would like to hear the views of barge owners, operators and charterers. Your comments and views received by 13 January 2021 will help shape a successful... Please follow the link to continue reading.
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The latest edition of this clause is the War Risks Clause for Voyage Chartering 2013 (VOYWAR 2013)
Discover the latest updates on BIMCO's documentary work programme, exploring the work on the Emissions Trading Schemes (ETS)
The sanctions landscape has grown increasingly complex. International sanctions regimes are constantly changing with new restrictions being added and new persons and entities being listed. A violation of sanctions restrictions can have severe consequences and in the worst cases can lead to parties b... Please follow the link to continue reading.
Douglas Shoemaker is a Partner of BLANKROME Houston, and member of the Maritime Emergency Response Team (“MERT”). Douglas focuses his practice on complex maritime transactions and litigation. He has over 25 years’ experience advising clients on a wide range maritime law topics, including charter par... Please follow the link to continue reading.
PART I PART II Definitions 1. Slot and Weight Allocation 2. Period 3. Trading limits 4. Permitted Cargoes 5. Slot Charter Hire 6. Itinerary 7. Opening Containers 8. Stowaways 9. Drugs 10. Repairs 11. Owners' Obligations 12. Charterers'... Please follow the link to continue reading.
The BIMCO Documentary Committee (DC) met on 22 March 2024 in Hamburg, chaired by Nick Fell, marking a significant milestone in BIMCO's documentary work with the adoption of key projects and review of ongoing developments. Highlights include the adoption of the revised SHIPMAN and updates on ASBATAN... Please follow the link to continue reading.
